Careers you can do as a freelancer
Nine hundred and fifty-four careers with strong freelance and independent-work potential, careers with strong potential for freelance, contract and independent work, where the skill set transfers cleanly from a salaried context to one you run yourself. Each card below carries the typical preparation path, the salary range from entry to senior level, and a short read on what the work actually involves day to day. You are looking at page 9 of 20 for freelance-friendly careers.
954 careers in Careers you can do as a freelancer, page 9 of 20
Gemologist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $52,540
Examine, grade, and appraise gems and jewelry. Identify gemstones, determine their quality and value, and detect…
General building contractor (owner)
Certificate or Vocational Training · $290,900 - $355,500 owner take-home/SDE
General building contractor (owner) owns a general contracting business, winning construction projects, coordinating…
General Contractor
Bachelor's Degree · $114,990
Oversees and manages all aspects of construction projects from inception to completion. Coordinates diverse teams,…
General Dentist
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $170,950
Diagnoses, treats, and prevents oral health issues, including teeth and gum diseases, and performs routine check-ups…
General Electronics Repair Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $74,090
Diagnoses, repairs, and maintains a wide range of electronic equipment, from consumer devices to industrial systems.…
General Handyman
High School Diploma · $49,590
Performs a variety of repair and maintenance tasks for residential or commercial properties, including plumbing,…
General Surgeon
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $414,010
Diagnoses and treats injuries or illnesses through surgical intervention, managing patient care before, during, and…
Generative Media Artist
Bachelor's Degree · $102,030
Uses generative AI and procedural techniques to create visual content. Develops AI-generated assets and effects.
Geographic Information Systems Technologists and Technician
Associate's Degree · $116,580
GIS technicians clean location data, fix coordinate errors, and produce maps for planners, engineers, and scientists…
Geospatial / GIS Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Develops geospatial applications and mapping solutions using GIS frameworks, spatial databases, and mapping APIs for…
Geotechnical Engineer
Bachelor's Degree · $100,840
Investigates soil, rock, and groundwater conditions to design foundations, retaining walls, slopes, tunnels, and…
Ghostwriter Books Memoir
Bachelor's Degree · $76,910
Writes books and memoirs for clients, capturing their voice and story.
Gilded Furniture Restorer
Certificate or Vocational Training · $46,080
Restore and conserve gilded and painted furniture, picture frames, and decorative objects using traditional gilding,…
Gilder (Architectural and Furniture)
Certificate or Vocational Training · $41,600
Apply gold, silver, and metallic leaf to architectural surfaces, furniture, picture frames, and decorative objects…
Glassblower
Certificate or Vocational Training · $46,170
Shape molten glass into functional and sculptural objects using traditional glassblowing, flameworking, and…
Glazier and Glass Artist
Certificate or Vocational Training · $57,080
Cut, fit, and install glass in windows, doors, and architectural features, and create decorative stained glass, fused…
Go (Golang) Backend Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Develops concurrent backend services using Go; builds microservices and cloud-native applications.
Go (Golang) Developer
Bachelor's Degree · $135,980
Develops backend services, cloud infrastructure tools, and distributed systems using Go, leveraging its concurrency…
Graffiti Removal Specialist
High School Diploma · $36,840
Remove graffiti and unwanted paint from buildings, infrastructure, and public spaces using chemical cleaning agents,…
Grant Writer (Scientific)
Master's Degree · $90,390
Writes competitive grant proposals for scientific research funding from agencies like NIH, NSF, and private…
Graphic Designer
Bachelor's Degree · $62,960
Graphic designers turn client briefs into visual solutions, working across logos, packaging, posters, and pitch decks.…
Green Building Commissioning Agent
Bachelor's Degree · $122,930
Verify that building systems including HVAC, lighting, controls, and renewable energy are designed, installed, and…
Grief Counselor
Master's Degree · $59,350
Provide emotional support and guidance to individuals and families coping with loss and grief, helping clients navigate…
Grounds Maintenance Worker
High School Diploma · $46,860
Maintain grounds of properties using hand or power tools, performing tasks such as mowing, trimming, planting,…
Group Fitness Instructor
Certificate or Vocational Training · $47,160
Leads individuals and groups through exercise routines, demonstrating proper form and technique, and motivating…
Hair salon owner
Certificate or Vocational Training · $63,200 - $77,200 owner take-home/SDE
Hair salon owner owns a hair salon, providing or supervising services while managing chair utilization, staff or…
Hand Roller and Silk Screen Printer (Textile)
Certificate or Vocational Training · $45,780
Design and print original textile patterns using hand-screen printing, block printing, and discharge printing…
Handyman
High School Diploma · $49,590
Performs a variety of repair and maintenance tasks for residential and commercial properties, including minor plumbing,…
Hat Maker (Milliner and Hatter)
Certificate or Vocational Training · $37,280
Design and create hats and headwear in felt, straw, fabric, and mixed materials using traditional millinery and…
Hazardous Materials Transport Specialist
Bachelor's Degree · $80,730
Manage the safe transport of hazardous materials by road, rail, sea, and air, ensuring compliance with ADR, IMDG, IATA,…
Head of Developer Relations
Bachelor's Degree · $146,910
Leads the developer relations strategy, managing a team of developer advocates, overseeing developer experience,…
Head of Digital / VP of Digital
Bachelor's Degree · $166,790
Leads all digital functions across an organization including digital marketing, e-commerce, digital product, social…
Head of Growth / VP of Growth
Bachelor's Degree · $166,790
Leads growth strategy across acquisition, activation, retention, and monetization, combining product, marketing, and…
Head of Revenue Operations
Bachelor's Degree · $148,270
Senior leader overseeing all revenue operations including sales ops, marketing ops, and CS ops, aligning go-to-market…
Health Coach
Bachelor's Degree · $64,070
Empower clients to achieve their health and wellness goals by providing personalized guidance, motivation, and…
Health Economist
Doctoral or Professional Degree · $124,720
Evaluates the economic impact of healthcare interventions, conducting cost-effectiveness analyses, budget impact…
Healthcare / Pharmaceutical Market Researcher
Bachelor's Degree · $78,760
Conducts specialized market research within healthcare and pharma, studying physician prescribing behavior, patient…
Healthcare IT Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $105,850
Analyzes, designs, and implements information technology solutions within healthcare organizations to improve…
Heat Pump Engineer
Certificate or Vocational Training · $61,010
Install, commission, and service air source and ground source heat pump systems for domestic and commercial heating and…
Heat Pump HVAC Specialist
Associate's Degree · $61,010
Install, commission, service, and optimize heat pump systems including air-source, ground-source, and water-source heat…
HGV Driver (Class 1)
High School Diploma · $58,640
Drive articulated lorries (Class 1/Category C+E) to transport goods between distribution centres, ports, and customer…
Higher Education Consultant
Master's Degree · $101,860
Advises educational institutions on strategic planning, operational efficiency, and program development. Collaborates…
Highest & Best Use Analyst
Bachelor's Degree · $67,960
Determines the most profitable and legally permissible use of a property or land parcel through market analysis, zoning…
Home care agency owner
High School Diploma · $237,100 - $289,800 owner take-home/SDE
Home care agency owner owns a home-care agency that recruits and schedules caregivers or clinicians, wins clients and…
Horn and Bone Carver
Certificate or Vocational Training · $46,080
Carve and shape animal horn, bone, and antler into decorative objects, handles, buttons, combs, and traditional…
Hospitality Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $101,860
Advises hospitality businesses on strategies to improve operational efficiency, enhance guest experience, and increase…
HR Consultant - Independent
Bachelor's Degree · $101,860
Provide expert HR advisory services to organizations on a project or retainer basis, covering talent strategy, HR…
HR Technology Consultant
Bachelor's Degree · $105,850
Advises organizations on the selection, implementation, and optimization of human resources technology solutions to…
HVAC Apprentice
High School Diploma · $61,010
Assists experienced HVAC technicians with installing, maintaining, and repairing heating, ventilation, air…
HVAC Controls Technician
Certificate or Vocational Training · $61,010
Install, program, and maintain building automation systems that control heating, ventilation, and air conditioning.
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